The most comprehensive guide to Brazilian street carnival blocos. Find details on every bloco — parade schedules, musical genres, social media and history. Everything you need to enjoy street carnival in Brazil.

697 blocos

Explode Coração

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The Bloco Explode Coração (Exploding Heart Block) pays homage to the iconic singer Maria Bethânia, bringing her repertoire and classics of Brazilian popular music to the São Paulo Street Carnival. Founded in 2017, the bloco stands out for its contagious energy and atmosphere of joy, reminiscent of the singer's emotional interpretations. Traditionally parading in the central region of the city, the Bloco Explode Coração contributes to the appreciation and dissemination of Brazilian music, especially among younger generations. With songs like "Reconvexo" and "Noite dos Mascarados" (Night of the Masked Ones), the bloco creates an unforgettable experience that celebrates the culture and emotion of Carnival.

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Bloco do Prazer (bloco da Gal)

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Bloco do Prazer celebrates the iconic singer Gal Costa, bringing her repertoire to the streets of São Paulo. Founded in 2018, the bloco honors Bahian music and Gal's contribution to MPB (Brazilian Popular Music). With its Divine Percussion section, Bloco do Prazer creates a unique musical experience in the São Paulo carnival. In 2023, the bloco prepared a special tribute to Gal Costa in the post-carnival, celebrating her legacy after her passing in 2022. The bloco contributes to the diversity of the São Paulo carnival, representing carnival joy and the importance of Gal Costa to Brazilian culture.

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Bloco Copo Quebrado

Est. 2017

The Bloco Copo Quebrado (Broken Glass Block), founded in 2017, is a São Paulo carnival block known for its contagious joy and playful spirit. The block parades in the East Zone, more specifically in the Guaianases region, bringing art and culture to the local community. With a mix of Brazilian rhythms, Copo Quebrado brings a lot of music and vibrant colors to the streets, cheering up the revelers. The block is part of a movement to decentralize the carnival, strengthening cultural manifestations in the peripheries of São Paulo.

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Bloco Bahia Sampa

**Bloco Bahia Sampa** Founded in 2009, Bloco Bahia Sampa promotes Bahian culture in São Paulo with lively performances of axé, samba-reggae, and other Northeastern rhythms. The bloco features musicians and dancers, as well as special guests, to spread the joy and energy of Bahia in the city.

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Bloco Go Fun - K

The Go Fun - K bloco will parade on Avenida Marquês de São Vicente, in the Lapa region of São Paulo, on March 4, 2025. The meeting point is scheduled for 1 PM, with the parade starting at 2 PM and ending at 6 PM. The bloco is organized by GoFun Experience, a company that produces street carnival events.

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Bloco Vem Pro Trem das Onze

O Bloco Vem Pro Trem das Onze is a traditional carnival bloco (street band) from the northern zone of São Paulo, in the Jaçanã neighborhood. Founded to rescue the popular culture of the neighborhood, the bloco parades on Carnival Saturday, with a diverse repertoire that includes traditional marches and other "Brazilian things." In addition to celebrating Carnival, the bloco strengthens community ties and values the cultural identity of Jaçanã. The connection with the community is reflected in the parade's meeting point, the Vem Espaço de Cultura e Arte (Vem Space for Culture and Art), located in the neighborhood itself.

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Bloco Tem Batucada

**Bloco Tem Batucada** Bloco Tem Batucada is a carnival bloco that features an engaging batucada (percussion ensemble). Its instruments, formations, and repertoire are not specified. The bloco's history, purpose, and identity also remain unknown.

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Sigam me os Bons

"Sigam-me os Bons" is a carnival bloco inspired by the famous catchphrase of the character Chapolin Colorado. Little information is available about its history or characteristics, but a possible appearance at the 2025 carnival has been mentioned.

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Bloco Me Viram no Ipiranga

Est. 1997

The "Me Viram no Ipiranga" Block is a traditional carnival block that parades in the Ipiranga neighborhood of São Paulo. It pays homage to the neighborhood with its name, inspired by the Brazilian National Anthem. Founded years ago, the block keeps the tradition of street carnival alive with marchinhas (traditional carnival songs). Its parade takes place on Carnival Saturday, starting at 9 am, on Rua dos Patriotas (Patriots Street). The block plays a role in the neighborhood's cultural scene, attracting revelers from the local area and other regions. Its connection to local history is reflected in its route, which runs through the historic streets of Ipiranga.

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Bloco do Ze Pereira

Zé Pereira's Block, a traditional block from São Paulo, revives the culture of street carnival. Parading to the sound of old marches, the block keeps the essence of traditional carnival alive, attracting revelers of all ages with creative costumes.

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Localiza Ai BB

**Bloco Localiza Ai BB** Information about the history, proposal, and identity of the "Localiza Ai BB" bloco is not currently available. However, the bloco is known for its unique performances and repertoire, which may vary from year to year.

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Bloco Vietna

Bloco Vietna is a Brazilian carnival bloco with no available information about its history and origin.

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Bloco UMES Caraspintadas

Founded in 1987 by UMES students, the Bloco UMES Caraspintadas honors the participants of the demonstrations against the Collor government. Animation, creativity, and social engagement are the hallmarks of the bloco, which contributes to the popular culture of Santos with its samba theme song. In addition to weekly rehearsals, the bloco participates in street parades during Carnival, standing out for its organized structure and engaging performances.

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Cordão Espalha Torresmo 2

O Cordão Espalha Torresmo 2 is a carnival bloco that parades through the streets of downtown São Paulo. With its small size, the bloco attracts a loyal audience and offers an intimate atmosphere. The bloco performs during the official Carnival period, with a typical route along Rua Major Diogo.

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Karaokê do Denis

Founded in 1999, "Karaokê do Denis" is a São Paulo carnival bloco known for its relaxed and inclusive atmosphere. With performances led by a live band, the bloco prioritizes fun and audience participation. The bloco mainly plays samba and carnival marches, with karaoke being an important part of the event. Amateur and professional participants can take the stage to sing their favorite songs, creating a unique and engaging environment.

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Improbloco

Founded in 2010, Improbloco is a São Paulo bloco that mixes samba-enredo, marchinhas, and improvisations. Its performances are marked by energy and spontaneity, with improvisations and interaction with the public. With a percussion battery, wind instruments, and a choir of singers, Improbloco brings a differentiated musical proposal to the São Paulo carnival, valuing spontaneity and creativity.

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Unidos do Biquini

Reliable information about the "Unidos do Biquini" carnival bloco could not be found. After a thorough search, it was not possible to locate verifiable data about its history, musical style, cultural impact, or unique characteristics.

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Bloco do Rock (COM SUPLA)

Founded in 2002 by Supla, Bloco do Rock parades in the Pinheiros neighborhood of São Paulo. Focusing on national and international rock classics, the bloco is known for its energy and interaction with the public, with Supla as the main vocalist accompanied by a full band.

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Bloco Santa Casa

Founded in 1956, the Bloco Santa Casa unites joy and solidarity in the Carnival of São Paulo. Originating from Bela Vista, the bloco promotes social actions, such as blood donations and food collection. With its own band formed by professional and volunteer musicians, the Bloco Santa Casa enlivens the streets with traditional marches and samba themes. Dancers and costumed revelers complete the party, which is marked by joy and the spirit of community.

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Vampirão dos Paredão

The Bloco Vampirão dos Paredão is known for its electrifying mix of funk and samba, creating a contagious atmosphere at the São Paulo Carnival. Traditionally parading in Santo Amaro, the bloco attracts a diverse audience with its contagious energy and engaging music. With its innovative musical proposal and striking name, Vampirão dos Paredão has become a fun and original option for those seeking a different carnival experience in Brazil's largest metropolis.

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Bloco Cavaleiros de Doçu

Est. 1997

The Cavaleiros de Doçu bloco enlivens the São Paulo carnival with its vibrant visual celebration and contagious energy. Known for its eclectic fusion of rhythms, including elements of terreiro music, the bloco creates a unique cultural impact. Traditionally parading in the Ipiranga neighborhood, Cavaleiros de Doçu offers an intimate and community-based experience.

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Bloco Praieiro - Jammil

Founded in 1996, the Bloco Praieiro - Jammil parades in the Barra neighborhood of Salvador, Bahia. Originally known as "Bloco do Jammil," it was renamed in 2003. The bloco presents axé music in its parades of electric trios and closed stages, bringing the joy of the rhythm to the streets and to the public.

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Banda Grone´s - G.C.E. Grone´s

Est. 1996

Founded in Campinas in 1979, the "Banda Grone's - G.C.E. Grone's" honors its neighborhood of origin with lively samba anthems that value the samba culture in the interior of São Paulo. The bloco holds weekly rehearsals and parades on the streets of Campinas, contributing to the carnival festivities of the region.

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Bloco Klezmer do Bom Retiro

Est. 2011

Founded in 2011, the Bloco Klezmer do Bom Retiro unites klezmer music, traditional Jewish music from Eastern Europe, with Brazilian rhythms. The bloco, which references the Bom Retiro neighborhood in São Paulo, presents joyful melodies, danceable rhythms, and instruments such as clarinet, accordion, and violin, incorporating elements of samba and other Brazilian rhythms. In addition to the carnival parade in the Bom Retiro neighborhood, the bloco holds regular rehearsals and performances in various locations in São Paulo. It also participates in music festivals and cultural events, spreading the fusion between klezmer music and Brazilian rhythms.

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